Proverbs 10:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

He that gathereth in summer is a wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

A son who works hard during the harvest season is wise, but a son who sleeps through harvest time brings shame to his family.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is teaching that being diligent and working hard when opportunities are available shows wisdom, while being lazy during important times brings dishonor.

📚 Historical Context

In ancient Israel, harvest time was absolutely critical for survival - families depended on gathering crops during the brief window when they were ripe. Missing the harvest could mean hunger or even starvation during the winter months. Solomon uses this familiar agricultural reality to teach about the importance of seizing opportunities when they come.

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